September 27, 2025

By Obituaries on September 27, 2025.

AUGUST SOEHN

AUGUST SOEHN April 30, 1940 ~ September 20, 2025 Mr. August Soehn, beloved husband of the late Magdalen Soehn (nee Bosch), passed away at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the age of 85 years. August is survived by his daughter, Noel (James McArdle) and their children, Madison and Jack McArdle; and a son, Dr. Scott Soehn (Dr. Melanie Lewis) and the three Soehn grandsons, Spencer, Cael and Finlay.
August was the youngest son of Anton and Eva Soehn and grew up in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan with his seven brothers and one sister. Upon turning 18, August moved to Medicine Hat where he got his start in the Graphic Arts field working at Pete’s signs. August married the love of his life, Magdalen, in 1960. He started at CHAT in the art department the following year and then became the Art Director for CHAT television. After 40 years “in the same room and the same building” he retired in April of 2001. August enjoyed golf, traveling and working in his woodworking shop. He especially enjoyed camping with his family, many family trips and the Bosch family reunions where many of the nieces and nephews could tell you a story or two that Uncle August told them.
The family would like to thank the staff at Meadow Ridge Seniors Village for their care, compassion and kindness during August’s stay.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 238 – 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Paolo Cervantes celebrant. Gift bearers for the funeral mass will be Cherie Johnson, Wes Sehn and Neil Bosch. Private Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a reception thereafter in the Reflections Reception Facility. August’s Funeral Mass will be live-streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to be a part of his celebration may visit the funeral home website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at Mass time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting the funeral home website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) If friends desire, donations in August’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 100, 119 – 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6, or to a charity of one’s choice. Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

PERRY RATH

PERRY RATH 1974 ~ 2025 Mr. Perry Michael Rath passed away peacefully at his residence in Redcliff on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 51 years. He will be forever remembered by his loving mother, Roberta; brother, Raymond; two nieces, Madison and Samantha; nephew, Kingston as well as numerous extended family. He was predeceased by his father, Harold Rath on August 30, 2025. Perry was born in Medicine Hat on February 14, 1974. He worked a period of time in the oilfield, but always held a spot in his heart for the family ranch. His memory will live on through his family and those whose lives he touched. A Celebration of Perry’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with fellowship thereafter in the Reflections Reception Facility. Perry’s Celebration will be live streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience his celebration can visit the Cook Southland website and select the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Perry’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, c/o the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 – 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4H6. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

JEANNA HARJU

JEANNA HARJU 1972 ~ 2025 Jeanna Harju, beloved wife of Mark Harju of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the age of 53 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

ADAM SANDESKI

ADAM SANDESKI 1981 ~ 2025 Adam Harold Sandeski of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 44 years. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Pat Grisonich, Life Celebrant. The service will be live streamed, please visit Adam’s obituary page for the link. To see the full obituary and leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

LINDA “LEEANN” MCDONELL

LINDA “LEEANN” MCDONELL
August 6th, 1951 September 24th, 2025
Leeann McDonell passed away on September 24th, 2025, at the age of 74 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Blaine (Jerri) Nowicki, Blair Nowicki and Boyd (Tina) Nowicki; grandchildren, Owen (Chloe), Easton, Jax, Isabel, Alexis, Brennen, Vontae, Damon; brothers, Kenneth (Sheila) McDonell and John (Kim) McDonell; sister, Mary Lou (Fred) Stiefel; ex-husband, Cliff Nowicki; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Leeann was born in Medicine Hat and raised in Ralston. She attended McCoy High School and received her Social Work Degree at the University of Lethbridge. Leeann was a foster parent and involved with Big Brothers and Sisters. She worked at CORE. She enjoyed curling and spending time with her grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, at 1:30pm at River Valley Community Church. Donations in Leeann’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are made by

Grace Memorial Affordable Burial & Cremation 1924 10th Ave N.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5 http://www.gracememorial.com 403-905-0440

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